Table 1.
Patients’ treatment stages.
| Treatment stage | Number (n = 97) | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Beginning – experiences before and up to diagnosis | 32 | 33 |
| Middle – surgery and up to 1 year post surgery, significant events around treatment were identified for each participant | 36 | 37 |
| End – after 1 year post surgery and lifelong care | 29 | 30 |